This session will explain how employers can reduce musculoskeletal (MSD) recordables by using the new OSHA First Aid guidelines to resolve minor MSD symptoms before they become injuries. An overview of the program will highlight how Ohio employers have successfully reduced recordable MSD claims by 65% and MSD workers compensation costs by 55% since 2018. Speaker: Dale Bugay, Executive Director, Occupational Accountable Care LLC who has over 35 years of risk management experience with Ohio employers.
About Dale:
Dale Bugay is a recognized industry leader with a distinguished 35+ year career in the integration of risk management and employee health solutions that have produced “win-win” relationships for providers, employers, employees and claims administrators. Dale is also a frequent guest speaker addressing legislative changes affecting healthcare in the workplace to audiences attending local, state, and national industry events. Dale’s contributions to the employee health industry include:
In short, Dale has been on the front lines of the evolutionary process of occupational health managed care and has comprehensive knowledge of the barriers that impact employers, providers, and claims administrators. Foremost, Dale is an established and successful entrepreneur who leverages his knowledge of new legislative actions and market trends with his experience in employee health to spearhead solutions that control costs, improve quality of care, and process efficiency.
Dale founded and served as president of the Ohio Hospital Association, Society of Ohio Occupational Health Professionals, and served six years on the board of Synergy Workers’ Compensation Insurance in Pennsylvania. Dale is a graduate of The Ohio State University and a Licensed Health and P&C Agent through the Ohio Department of Insurance.
About Safety Council:
Hancock County Safety Council holds regular meetings to increase awareness of a safe environment in the workplace. Safety Council is partially funded through the Ohio Department of Safety and Hygiene and meets once a month to inform participants of new safety techniques, services, and provide a thorough knowledge of topics, including occupational safety and health, workers' compensation, and risk management education